Business Radio licences provide radiocommunications solutions to a wide range of UK individuals, businesses, charities and organisations such as universities. The use of a radio system requires a licence from Ofcom.
Business Radio networks consist of a number of mobile terminals and/ or one or more base stations, and serves a self-provided, closed user group who want dedicated and reliable voice and data communications at their disposal.
Quick references
Business Radio Light licensees should use the 'Online Licensing Portal' where light licences can be applied for and managed. Technical licensees should use the 'Online Service' to apply for and vary licences. Technical licences cannot currently be managed online.
A Light licence refers to a Simple UK, Simple Site, or Suppliers Light licence. They are 'pre-packaged' licences that come with a set list of frequencies for users to self-coordinate.
A Technical licence refers to a Technically Assigned or Area Defined licence. They are site/area specific licences that require technical coordination from Ofcom.